The Forge is a traditional Irish pub that is vibrant and family friendly. The wooden accents and elegant decor in this spacious bar adds warmth to it that is very appealing. Relish the authentic Irish fare along with the fine drinks with family and friends here. The Forge is also a performance venue and has hosted acclaimed national and regional artists.
On the site of the old slate nunnery stands this impressive pub and restaurant. A place where the old meets new, Busker Browne's is one of the most popular places in Galway. Three bars are warmed by log fires on cold winter days. Busker's also serves good fresh food, including seafood chowder, oysters and fresh Irish salmon. The Sunday morning jazz sessions are a particular treat.
McSwiggan's is one of the better restaurants in Galway. This intimate and homely restaurant is on the third floor and features a warm, wooden decor. The menu offers a range of contemporary and Irish dishes, from stir-fry vegetables with basmati rice to gammon steak, cabbage and potatoes. The quality of ingredients generally exceeds expectations and the menu can leave you spoilt for choice. The staff are friendly and relate well to children.
Sally Longs is Galway's only authentic hard rock pub. The exterior is embellished with a life-sized mural of past and present guitar idols that has come to be a local landmark since the bar first opened in 1988. The interiors are in keeping with bar's hard rock inspired ethos, with a pool table and jukebox to keep things lively. If live rock gigs are your thing, then this is the place to be at over the weekend, when various local bands play to a full house.
Comprising of four distinct venues, Electric Garden & Theatre is a clubbers delight. This lively, state-of-the-art establishment welcomes all who want to have a fun time. From live performances to DJ acts, cabaret to dance shows, they host various genre of music and shows. The main room - Electric is the largest of all its spaces and the veritable party hub. Accommodating 600 people, this is where all the parties and performances happen. Biteclub is all about street food, DJs and partying while The Glasshouse is a fabulous cocktail bar. Factory offers a diverse range of programs in the basement that varies from food to art and design. But one thing is sure, no matter whichever area you are in the Electric Garden & Theatre, you will have a memorable time.
This is an airy pub with stone floors and ornate wooden furnishings, located 5 minutes' walk from Eyre Square. It can get crowded here in the evenings, especially on Fridays. "Fibber's" is mainly popular with the city's professionals in search of a relaxing drink and is also much patronized by the under 25s and students. Drinks promotions are held here regularly.